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Can a Rocking Chair Contribute to Health and Well-being?

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January 6, 2025
Gary, Austin & Autumn,We received our chair the day after Christmas in its special packaging ;-). Got it unboxed and in the house and went for the big test...the chair molds perfectly to my junky spine! And is drop dead gorgeous. ...I've spent about 15 hours in it so far and it is just amazing how it supports me perfectly. With L2 to S1 disc ruptures, this was a large leap of faith, but the extraordinary detail you provide on your website about your product and your methods was instrumental in my decision to purchase.
The look, the amazing quality in detail in the construction... has my wife asking when can we get another one! We both loved the 'included' Christmas Tree painting...I'm not sure I can put it in the recycle bin!
Thanks a Million!T. & K.

We received the chair and are extremely happy.
We ordered this without ever sitting in your rocker.
From the very second you sit in the rocker, it transports you into a realm of comfort that should not technically be possible from wood. Within minutes you become one with the rocker as you feel stress melt away.
We did not expect the potential health benifits that this chair brings by unwinding stress!
This rocker is a true modern day masterpiece.
If you are on the fence and wondering if this chair may be right for you, do yourself a favor and pull the trigger. We looked at it for years and now wish we did it sooner. If you do, it will be the best thing you'll do for yourself this year.
O.
P.s. you can use that for your testimonials if you want.

I just wanted to let you know the rocker arrived this evening in perfect condition, it’s beautiful, I love it and it is a perfect fit. This will definitely aid in my recovery.

Thank you
M.

THE GARY WEEKS ROCKING CHAIR EXPERIENCE

Most of my adult life I searched for the perfect chair.

When I opened the box of my brand-new rocker, I was struck by the beautiful color and finish.

As soon as I sat in it, I totally relaxed. I could sit in the rocker without it moving or, just by almost thinking or moving my toes slightly, it would begin to rock.

The sheer sturdiness of its composition. The smoothness of the finish was like silk on wood.

I felt like I was sitting in a tree in a garden.

The slats on the back supports the concavity of the lumbar spine, as does the neck for the cervical spine. It is pitched perfectly as if he understands the mechanics of the body.

The arms slightly swerve backwards to the let the blood flow back to the heart. The arm rests allow you to support the arms and hands without fear of them falling off.

The embedded dowels and the little touches give the chair a classic stature. The wood is friendly to the body and almost needs no cushion.

One feels close to nature, especially in New York City.

Dr S. R., D.C. Chiropractor

Gary, D. loves the rocking chair and she said to tell you that it has really helped her back! Another pleased and satisfied customer.

C. B.

Gary and Company,

The rocker arrived yesterday afternoon in perfect condition. I can't thank you all enough for your artistry and professionalism. It truly is the most comfortable chair that I have ever sat in and incredibly beautiful to look at. My back instantly felt comfort that I have not felt in years. From my first phone call to Gary to the arrival of the chair yesterday you guys have all been amazing. Thanks again for your beautiful work and increasing the quality of my life.

T.K.

Thank you Gary. After a painful injury and surgery five years ago, I had been unable to find a chair in which I could sit comfortably. Your rocker fixed this problem — I was able to feed my grandson this morning without pain.

I suspect this will not be my last Gary Weeks rocker.

Many thx.
R.H.

Gary,

I apologize for not responding the day my rocking chair, stool and table arrived (That day I wrote my feelings on a sticky note and stuck the note to my office phone. They exceeded all my expectations. They are beautiful, comfortable and have a quality that evokes feelings of harmony and peace within me. Plus, I love to sit in the chair, put my feet on the stool take a book from the table and read. In short you all have made me very happy. Thanks to all of you. It will all be used, but reverently.

Italy sounds great. A few years ago, J. and I spent a couple of weeks at Montestigliano, wonderful olive farm/villa 12 miles outside Siena. Hadn't been in Italy since '68 when I rode a Vespa all through Rome. Glad you got away and to such a special place. Curious to see if there is a Renaissance touch to future furniture.

Thanks again I can't tell you how much I enjoyed the process and love the result. I am bragging about "Gary Weeks and Company Furniture Makers" to everyone.

G.H.

Good Morning Austin,

My walnut rocker arrived in Sisters, Oregon yesterday in perfect condition.

When I ordered this rocker, I told you that I had a very bad lower back and there was a good possibility that the chair wouldn't work for me. You said that it wasn't a problem and that if the chair wasn't comfortable, I could send it back for a refund.

My purpose in writing you today is to tell you that this chair is NEVER going to be returned. My wife was the first to sit in it. She sat down and said, "Oh My God, this is so comfortable." When I sat in it, I had the same thought.

I spent most of yesterday afternoon sitting in the chair marveling at how good it felt. The chair is beautiful. The chair is comfortable. What more could I ask for?

Thank you for making this chair for me.

Sincerely,
D. S.

Hi Becca,

We have received the lovely rocking chairs and their playhouse-sized boxes, so all are happy at our house. I wonder if you have considered the marital consequences of making such great chairs — The night they arrived, the Husband and I were sitting in them long after bedtime, talking and reading into the wee hours, so comfortable that we lost track of time.

They are just right. Thank you very much.

J.

Hi Gary and All,

Just wanted to let you know everything arrived today in perfect condition. The table and chairs are beautiful, in their place, ready for us to use and enjoy them for many years to come. The rocker is so comfortable and gorgeous. It supports the whole body perfectly. And the Otwell tables are great. Light, easy to move around and elegant without fuss. We are thrilled with every piece you made for us.

Thanks!!!

E.

You are Welcome! We laughed that we should just put our chair in the back of a neat old Chevy truck and ride around West Lake/Austin advertising your company — you know that is how we heard about you in the first place. You might consider that! Shoot, I would just like to have that neat old Chevy truck . . . anyway, it was a good, old fashioned experience doing business with you and I know we will enjoy our chair for a long, long time — as you say, we will rock in peace and health forever! Thanks for your email.

K.

Gary,

The beautiful rocker was delivered to my son Nicholas the other day.

To say he is thrilled with his rocker is an understatement. He said "the chair is nothing short of perfect"!

The chair adds warmth and elegance to his tiny apartment in an historic brownstone in Boston.

As a sleep deprived law school grad studying for the bar exam, the rocker is his quiet get away space!

Thanks to you I was able to give him the perfect gift!

All the best,
K.

Thank you so much for the absolutely beautifully made walnut rocking chair you managed to get here in time to rock our twin grandsons visiting from NY City. I apologize for taking so long to write — lots of house guests and the end of the school year for me.

I have scoliosis and frequent back pain as a result. I can go sit in your rocker, and my posture improves. As long as I am rocking, my pain is considerably less. What a welcome surprise!

S.

Gary,

The rocking chair and stool arrived in fine shape, and they are everything I hoped for and more. From the moment I sat down in it, my back said thank you. Its a beautiful piece of furniture which we will treasure and use for a long, long time. Thanks not only for the craftsmanship, but for the wonderfully solicitous service in getting it here.

All the best,
E.

Thank you, Austin,

The rocking chair was received in good time and in perfect condition. I really appreciate the back support it gives and of course I like the carved seat (I have an old wooden office chair with a carved seat which I've always liked). It has been a pleasure dealing with you.

J.

You are most welcome. This one will not be coming back!

Chair is wonderful. The sensation of "unloading" the lower back and shoulders is so profound, I zone out a bit. Can read for hours, now.

Shipping crates as well built as the chair, give your team a pat on the back for me.

P.

Austin,

Our rocking chair arrived today in excellent condition. The chair is a delight to the eye, hand, and back. Thanks to Bela Weeks for the bonus art work.

R. and E.

Gary and Leslie,

. . . Testimonial — I twanged a nerve in my back and leg, and the only chair I find comfortable is my Weeks Rocker. You can add that to the website.

B.
Manhattan Beach, California
[ Disclosure: B. was my college roommate. – GW ]

Gary,

The chair arrived yesterday in perfect condition. I have been sitting in it as often as possible since that time. It is everything I thought it would be.

In December of last year, I injured my back caring for my 91 year old mother. I have been trying to rehabilitate my back since returning home in late January. Sitting in your chair feels so good to my back. Thank you.

S.

Hi Gary,

Actually, I'm sitting in my rocker with feet propped up on my new stool as I write this note. It's beautiful!

Thanks for doing what you do. If all your customers derive as much pleasure from your work as I do, you've made the world a better place.

L.

Dear Gary,

What a lovely experience. First, the discovery of your website nearly 10 years ago. Obviously your company is more that just a "business". Your philosophy, creativity, and integrity certainly caught my attention. Seeing your rocker was love at first sight. Since that time I have visited your site often and yearned to own one of your rocking chairs.

Well, special events call for treasured gifts. For my 50th birthday my husband surprised me with my dream rocker. I was thrilled! In this day oandage, where it seems like time passes too quickly, emphasis is placed on technology, quality is sacrificed for mass production and revenue, and the individual gets lost in the crowd — it is so refreshing to know that Gary Weeks and Company exists!! You take every day items and make them extraordinary to enhance our lives and bring us joy. Rocking is therapeutic, grounding, nostalgic, and nurturing — the world would be a better place if everyone owned a Gary Weeks Rocking Chair.

The principles of simplicity and honesty are evident in your designs. I appreciate the time and care you and your craftsmen/ women (and children – the precious butterfly drawing on the crate) put into creating each detail. Just sitting in my rocker makes me feel connected to all the wonderful people who put their energy into it. I am deeply touched and grateful to own such a functional work of art. You ARE truthful — "most beautiful, most comfortable", indeed YES! I respect your family and workers for what you do and how you do it. Thank you for making a positive difference in our lives.

Take Care,
C. and B.

Gary,

The rocker arrived on time and in perfect shape. I am rockin' as I write!

We did a lot of research before we decided on "the rocker" that would work. We were looking for something functional and attractive. We spend a lot of time on the Oregon coast in the summers. Over the last 10 years, I have ogled the Myrtle wood rockers that various woodworkers have created on the coast. About a month before we decided on the Weeks rocker, my wife and I made a trip to the Oregon coast with the express purpose of buying a Myrtle wood rocker. We stopped at several shops and I "rocked" several chairs. The chairs varied in price from $2500–$5000 but, they all had one thing in common. They ALL had floating back staves and they all felt strange to rock, as with each rock the staves would flex. It felt weird, almost like the staves were going to break. A rocker should provide comfort while rocking, not anxiety.

I have sciatic problems and the Weeks rocker provides support and comfort to my back. I am also able to spend hours in front of the TV or reading in comfort while rockin'.

I worked for 7 years at a firm that made wood working machinery and I feel that I can recognize quality wood working. The Weeks rocker is an excellent example of superior American Craftsmanship.

I am proud to own a Weeks Rocker.

B.

I recieved my rocker and I love it!!! I have to sit on a firm chair because of my back, and have been sitting on a kitchen chair for a while.

I can't tell you how many chairs I have tried that weren't supportive enough.

It is so wonderful to have a chair that is so comfortable and supportive that I can sit and relax in! It is a beautiful piece of furniture, a work of art.

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!
M.

gary,

I am enjoying the rocker, as it is validates all your claims. I waited out the return period just to be certain a wood chair could possibly provide so much support and comfort. initially, the temptation to keep it just for the beauty of the design entered my mind.

I assume that by virtue of my decision to keep the rocker, I can trash the box.

enjoyed doing business with you. my back thanks you as well.

happy new year,
G.

How delightful of you to respond!

You may not remember, but I sent you an email months ago — before ordering the rocker — to ask if you could make the seat higher because of my bum knees. (You said you really couldn't.) Obviously, we ordered it anyhow. But I just wanted to tell you that the arms on the rocker are the perfect height to assist me and I've been able to get out of it with no problem!

And I'm having knee replacement surgery in January, so expect at least some of my recuperation may involve rocking!!

B.

Dear Gary,

D. has had his 50th birthday rocking chair for almost a year now and I can tell you that if he is home and sitting down, it is likely that he is sitting in his rocker. He is so pleased to have it. The chair sits in our living room, near the wood stove, in front of the windows looking over our back yard. The chair is comfortable enough that he can sit for hours working (he's a computer scientist and sometimes works at home) and it is roomy enough that he and his laptop fit nicely. Thank you so much for working with me to give him something that he really enjoys and cherishes.

Best,
S.

P.S. He was delighted with the surreptitious carved lizard.

Hi Gary,

Thank you for donating $1,500 towards the purchase of 2 rocking chairs for our new Longmont Wellness Education Center!

We love them and so do our clients. We positioned them by the fireplace and every time that I am in the facility, the chairs are NEVER vacant!

I also think they fit perfectly with helping our clients to self-sooth and be more at ease while waiting for their medications and treatment.

I have attached a photo here for you! (This was on move in day and since then both rockers are placed facing the fireplace.)

In the future, we plan on building a new facility offering our new treatment for mental illness in Boulder, CO and will be in touch in the future to purchase more rockers!

Thank you again Gary!!! I hope you have a great New Year!

Sincerely,
J.

Hi Gary,

Forgive the delayed response – yes, the rocker is here, and it is indeed fabulous!
I would sit in it all day if I could — truly a beautiful experience to sit in, just delightful. Last night my daughter sat in it all evening, wouldn't get up.
Everyone loves it :-)
I wish I had one in each type of wood, just for delight. I'll work on where we can fit another a little later — I'll be back in touch.
Thanks very much for all you do — exactly what I was looking and hoping for, a rocker that is a delight to every sense, and therapeutic to sit in, with no cushions at all.
You have done a wonderful thing!!

Cheers!!
G.

To the Weeks Family and organization,

I took possession of Rocker #1753 in mid 2007. The rocker was impressive then and has improved over time. The workmanship is beyond enviable. It has survived the repeated assaults of my teenage son and his friends. I feel as though my rocker has adjusted to my body, or maybe vice versa, to the betterment of both. I can honestly say that it is my only material possession that I would grieve the loss of. Its true value far exceeds the purchase price.

Thank you,
S.G.

Dear Gary,

I am happily enjoying my new walnut rocker. It is not only fine and beautiful, but also extremely comfortable. My cousin had predicted disaster — that I would regret changing from the recliner because of the lack of padding and the inability to lean back with one’s feet up. My old recliner, named Big Blue, has gone to that Great Recliner in the Sky, and I sit like a queen in my chair where I read, knit, and watch television. I can report that my hips and legs do not hurt any more with the nerve pain that seemed to arise after about two hours. I think I can safely attribute this to the gentle curve of the rocker back as it supports the spine.

I also want to tell you how much I enjoyed the hour and a half during which we visited on the front porch of your showroom. You are a true artist and artisan, and I feel honored to enjoy one of your creations. It is an example of the integrity you build into your work, and that can only come from your own ethic of industry and honesty. I look forward to visiting you again sometime.

When I was a child, we had rocking chairs. I grew up with them, and I believe that if everyone in the world had a rocking chair, we would have less violence and trouble. They are restful to the body and soothing to the soul.

As ever,
T.J..

Yes, the rocker arrived in perfect condition, and I love it. It's like a graceful piece of sculpture that brings the whole room alive. Just as important, it fits me perfectly. I'm having hip-replacement surgery in September, after which I have to remain non-weight bearing for eight weeks (because of the particular type of surgery). Although I'd been coveting the rocker for some time, it was the prospect of spending two months off my feet (or rather off my left foot) that finally prompted me to order it. My reasoning is that the rocking movement will promote better circulation and help ward off the danger of blood clots. In conjunction with my physical therapy program, it will also help me maintain strength on the operated side. I noticed that the arms are well-placed for getting up from the chair. The clinics in my hospital have rockers in the waiting rooms (not as nice as yours), and I'd noticed how soothing it was to rock when I was feeling nervous or stressed before my appointments. Now I can have "rocker therapy" at home, too.

Thanks!
K.W.

Dear Gary,

The chair. It looks, feels and IS wonderful. Thank you — it’s quite like owning our very own piece of America; and, you can quote me. The chair is beautifully realized and finished; sitting in it elevates the spirit.

Strangely enough, sitting in it makes one want to get up and DO things. That’s good.

Well done, and thanks for all your care throughout the process.

Good luck.

Yours,
R.R.

We're a little disappointed.

The next day . . .

We're a little disappointed . . . that we can't purchase a whole houseful of this furniture. We LOVE the chair. It is truly a work of art. My wife is eight months pregnant and is beginning to have lower back pain. She loves to sit in the chair because she says it makes her back feel better. We are incredibly happy with the chair. Thanks so much.

Sorry for the little joke, we figured that since you don't get many complaints this would add a little spice to the workday.

Thanks again and if I win the lottery any time soon, I'll be placing multiple orders.

B.&C.C.

The chair is a work of art. We are really enjoying the comfort and the back and forth. It is tremendous therapy for a replacement knee.

Many Thanks!
B.W.

Dear Gary;

Yes, I am truly enjoying your rocking chair. Its very comfortable as well as beautiful, and with my bad back, I am a happy guy.

Thanks,
I.V.

Hello Gary.

We are already enjoying our beautiful chair. What an example of form and function. I have never experienced such smooth wood and we are amazed at its velvety touch even on the cross-grain ends. We are so appreciative of your art and craftsmanship in every detail of this family heirloom.

As an occupational therapist (retired), this chair is not only artful, but should be in every physical rehabilitation center, and, at least in every home. The vestibular (sometimes called the "sixth" sense) input from rocking forward and backward stimulates this important neurological system, which serves to balance and regulate output of the body's neuro-muscular centers. Putting it in behavioral terms, last night, I noticed, after rocking for several minutes a lingering feeling of well-being and relaxation. I felt that I had just arrived back from a brisk walk around the neighborhood or maybe even a massage! Just running your hands over the soft curves of this chair charges another sensory system — tactile input. Visual senses are awakened just walking into the living room . . . . . this chair just lures you to sit down!

So far, R. and I have not argued once about who gets to sit in our rocking chair, but we are definitely aware that most likely it will happen one day. We are thrilled, Gary, with your chair and impressed with your professional services surrounding the shipping, delivery, and customer satisfaction. We seldom see this kind of craft and art anymore and are so pleased that we have been a part of it. Thanks to you and to your family for your dedication and vision. It is poetry.

Sincerely,
L.S.

Dear Gary:

The rocker arrived in perfect condition and it is beautiful — everything I expected. My husband says it's a work of art. My son — who is 20 — first said, "How come you got that?" Then last evening (as he sat in it), he said, "I know I wondered why you bought this rocker, but I find myself sitting in it every time I come into the room." He was there again this morning! (My answer to him was that I bought it because it looked beautiful and I think rocking is soothing and relaxing for all of us.)

Thank you so much!

P.B.

Dear Gary,

I am the very fortunate recipient of your incredible rocking chair. I must thank you for a number of reasons.

Firstly, as a taller mom-to-be I cannot thank you enough for the pitch perfect proportions presented through your chair. I cannot ever remember my back position feeling better as the lumbar support is exactly where it should be. Secondly, that this was the gift chosen by my beloved partner suggests he understands me completely and we shall have a lifetime of memories with this chair as the backdrop.

. . . Everytime I sit in your chair I am reminded of the good times; the beauty, the excitement and the integrity that good design can bring to ones existence. That there are fewer of you able to do this only makes you more special.

In a David vs. Goliath world, I congratulate you and your family on your beautiful work and the impressive feat of succeeding both in business and in art.

Best wishes and continued success!
B.Q.

Gary,

Sorry that it has taken me so long to respond but this fall has been very busy.

The rocker is my office chair where I spend 40+ hours per week seated in it. (I am a psychiatrist). By now I have logged over 600 hours in the rocker. I believe it has helped me with my struggle with knee arthritis which was aggravated by hip surgery in 2005 and the bad effects of the Eames Chair I had been using. Thank you.

Regards and Happy New Year,
S.P.

It arrived safe and sound yesterday. Thank you very much, and it's beautiful. Oh, and much more comfortable than we could have hoped, the lumbar support is perfect. I look forward to having it my family for a long time.

Thanks, I hope to visit some day.

K.E.

I received my rocker yesterday. WOW! Besides being a beautiful piece of furniture it's a piece of art! I sat in it every chance I could. It does wonders for my aching back. It fits me perfectly and I love running my hands over the beautiful finish! I had a place picked out in my living room and it's perfect! Thank you for the wonderful craftsmanship. I can tell you folks take great pride in your work and I am honored to own this rocker! However, now it seems I may need a bench for my feet, in mesquite. What are the chances?

R.C.

Hi Gary,

I have been meaning to call you all week! The rocker is beautiful!! I haven't brought it into my office yet so I'm not sure how my hip will feel — but so far so good.

I will probably contact you in Sept about a short footstool.

Thanks so much,
M.S.

Dear Gary Weeks and Company:

It has been about a year since I received delivery of my cherry rocker. Suffice to say I have never had second thoughts about my purchase. The chair is my home base for reading, relaxing, and even some reflecting. Even when not sitting, its joining of form and function always pleases the eye and elevates my expectations of what excellence is and might be. Thank you again for your work; know that it has become a part of our family.

B.W.

Hi Gary,

Good talking with you today. When I zone out or think through a problem, I head for my Weeks Rocker. Everyone who enters my living room loves its comfort and superb workmanship. What a joy it's been! Rocking seems to soothe the emotions and enable the mind to focus more clearly. "Quiets the monkey," I say.

I don't think any other piece of furniture has equaled it in either comfort or pride of ownership.

Enclosed you'll find a check to purchase a second rocker to go to: [ Name and address ]. Please don't call him unless it is an emergency as it is a surprise. I will call the shipping company.

Thanks again for your great product,
L.M.

Gary Thanks so much. I really can't tell you how much I love the rocker. It is really helping my back with the gentle movement, and it's fun!!! God bless you and your family and I am so happy to know you. Please keep in touch.

Cheers
K.P.

I'm rocking healthfully. A great chair. Made for my lifetime and beyond. Many thanks.

H.R.T.

Gary,

The rocker arrived yesterday in perfect condition. It is a beautiful piece of work, and very comfortable. I spent an hour or so in it last night which I cannot do in any other chair in the house without shifting around a lot. My back usually gets pretty stiff from sitting in one position too long but it didn't bother me after sitting in the rocker last night.

Thanks for your kind and prompt service and designing such a beautiful and useful chair.

S.J.

Gary,

In a world where mediocrity thrives and proliferates, while good men and women struggle and die, a world where avarice has replaced philanthropy and violence has replaced compassion, your rocking chair restores my confidence in the human spirit. That's no exaggeration. One problem, though. How do I extract my wife from the chair? I'd like to sit in it.

G.V.

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